M&P Shield Vs. LC9

[skosh69]

Ignorant is rehashing a non-issue that was already solved.

You are right it was solved, between SafewaySecurity and myself...then someone else decides to step up and put their two cents in...with a rather ignorant comment of his own!

I'm just asking simply, how was I ignorant of the list, that's all, nothing more, nothing less. Guess, I'm not allowed to do so, according to you!

[emsalex]

You are right it was solved, between SafewaySecurity and myself...then someone else decides to step up and put their two cents in...with a rather ignorant comment of his own!

I'm just asking simply, how was I ignorant of the list, that's all, nothing more, nothing less. Guess, I'm not allowed to do so, according to you!

Haha, my comment was aimed at the fellow calling you ignorant of the roster, when you bought a pistol that was on it at the time of your purchase,

Although I would be on the look out for DOJ helicopter's based on the first page the Shield won't be on the list till oct.

[skosh69]

Haha, my comment was aimed at the fellow calling you ignorant of the roster, when you bought a pistol that was on it at the time of your purchase,

Although I would be on the look out for DOJ helicopter's based on the first page the Shield won't be on the list till oct.

Darn it, that's twice! I have got to sign up for that sensitivity class!!!! Sorry brother.

I will have my DOJ radar engaged!!!

[safewaysecurity]

Ignorant is rehashing a non-issue that was already solved.

I don't need to hold a Shield, and I know it's better than my lc9, two front sights fell off, the extractor flew off and hammer catch pin slide half way out. The whole gun is slippery, to big for most pockets and if it's not going in a pocket i would like more grip.

I would never recommend the LC9.

Before the shield I was honestly considering the LC9 but after seeing how the gun operates it doesn't look really reliable. The shield has a higher bore axis or w/e it's called when you can hold your grip higher on the gun and a better trigger pull from what I hear. I also hear that pocket carry may be pushing it with the shield but I would like to see if it would work as a reliable pocket pistol. The pockets on the 5.11 pants are pretty big. I reckon they would work in those.

[zdragon]

I do think the LC9 may be slightly easier to carry concealed.

i carry one almost 24-7.
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By zdagon52 at 2012-05-18

[socalbud]

Is the shield in 40 CA legal?

[Shenaniguns]

Had the LC9 ans sold it after 50 rounds. picking up the Shield this Tuesday.

LOL, please go into detail

[Quiet]

According to the S&W website, no it's not, but none of my other counterparts that have their Shields have the "rooster comb" either. Who's fault is that?

I bought it fair and square...do I have to show you my reciept???

Acutally, the fault is on the CA FFL dealer that tranferred the handgun to you.

If CA DOJ gets wind of it, they may send you a letter advising you to exchange it for the CA approved version.
CA DOJ did this when the Glock 21SF was approved and CA FFL dealer's transfered non-approved versions of the Glock 21SF.
It takes CA DOJ about 2 years before they find out and sent out the letters.

When a new handgun that's in demand gets approved, some CA FFL dealers rush to satisfy that demand by selling it before checking to see if there is a CA specific version of it.
Past examples of this happening... Walther P-22, Glock 21SF, Kahr Arms P-380, SIG P-238, and most recently with the S&W M&P-22.

The fault lies with the CA FFL dealer and they may have to deal with it when they get audited/inspected by CA DOJ.

[Quiet]

Is the shield in 40 CA legal?

A CA approved version of the S&W M&P-40 Shield (SKU #187020) was placed on the Roster of Handguns Certified for Sale on 09-11-2012.

However, like the CA approved version of the S&W M&P-9 Shield (SKU #187021), it is not currently available. It's suppose to be available around late-Q4 2012 to early-Q1 2013.

[Mr310]

How's the trigger on the Shield vs. a regular M&P?

[21SF]

IBTS&W fan boys!!

Way too much hype over this gun....

I do however think the LC9 grip is too thin. Feels odd.

[DRAB_81]

IBTS&W fan boys!!

Way too much hype over this gun....

I do however think the LC9 grip is too thin. Feels odd.

You're a little late to the party big fella, did you read the first page? I'm a Glock guy, and I absolutely love my Shield.

[21SF]

You're a little late to the party big fella, did you read the first page? I'm a Glock guy, and I absolutely love my Shield.

IT was sarcastic obviously the thread is full of fan boys already.

[emsalex]

Before the shield I was honestly considering the LC9 but after seeing how the gun operates it doesn't look really reliable. The shield has a higher bore axis or w/e it's called when you can hold your grip higher on the gun and a better trigger pull from what I hear. I also hear that pocket carry may be pushing it with the shield but I would like to see if it would work as a reliable pocket pistol. The pockets on the 5.11 pants are pretty big. I reckon they would work in those.

The LC9 fits fine in cargo/ems/tactical pants. But those are my work pants and don't like wearing them when I'm off,

There are alot of LC9's out there working fine. I just got three QC issues in a row, well four I Guess.

Front sight not pinned.
Ejector flew off new slide.
Gun came back from ruger with out a pinned front sight.
Gun came back from ruger with the hammer catch pin out of place(required a full brake down).

If some one is set on the LC9 i would just tell them to put ALOT of rounds down range before trusting it.

[DRAB_81]

IT was sarcastic obviously the thread is full of fan boys already.

My sarcasticometer may have been off. Have you actually shot either one?

Just because someone likes a new gun, doesn't make them a fanboy. As a Glock guy, I get accused of it all the time, so I make an extra effort to not call "fanboyism" unless it's really warranted.